What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.67
“The Nurse Practitioner was professional, attentive, and easy to talk to. I felt heard during the appointment and appreciated the time taken to review my concerns and answer questions clearly. The overall experience was smooth, and communication was respectful and supportive. I would appreciate continued consistency in follow-up and clarity around next steps, but overall I was satisfied with the visit.”
Less than 3 months ago
About Frances Estrada
Focus areas
Academic Stress
Depression
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Anxiety
Family Issues
Women's Mental Health Issues
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Insomnia
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Multicultural
Interpersonal
Person-Centered
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Frances Estrada
Hi, my name is Frances, and I’m a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner based in New Jersey. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, family issues, OCD, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), stress management, women’s issues, race and cultural identity, and college and graduate student mental health.
With 10 years of nursing experience and advanced psychiatric training from Wilkes University, I bring a thoughtful and supportive approach to care. I’m passionate about destigmatizing mental healthcare, and together with my colleagues at Lavender Psychiatry, I’m on a mission to create a world where feelings are felt, respected, and cared for.
What should a new client know about working with you?
PLEASE NOTE, I’M IN-NETWORK WITH AETNA, BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD HORIZON NJ, CIGNA, OSCAR, OXFORD, QUEST BEHAVIORAL, AND UNITED HEALTHCARE. I DO NOT ACCEPT MEDICARE OR MEDICAID.
My therapeutic style is characterized by warmth, engagement, and a genuine personal connection. I believe in establishing a strong, collaborative relationship with each client, where we work together to make informed decisions about their treatment. My practice is inclusive and welcoming, embracing diversity in culture, background, and experience. I have worked with a wide range of clients, including students, parents, professionals from various fields, skilled tradespeople, service industry workers, retail employees, entrepreneurs, artists, and technology experts. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space where each individual feels heard, understood, and empowered to achieve their therapeutic goals.
Starting treatment can be a scary and intimidating process, I’ve successfully treated many people who are new to psychiatric care.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Request your appointment time on Zocdoc. My office will email you an online intake form to ensure I’m able to help you. If we’re a fit, we’ll reach out to confirm an appointment time. I try my best to keep slots available each week for new clients.
Your First Visit:
The initial session is a comprehensive, one-hour evaluation which allows me to understand your current symptoms and difficulties, and learn about important aspects of your past psychiatric, medical, social, educational, and family histories. At the end of the session, we’ll determine the best treatment course. Session frequency ranges from weekly to monthly depending on the type of treatment you’re looking for.
If you’re already seeing a therapist, I’m happy to collaborate with them while guiding the medication aspect of your treatment. However, many of my clients see me for both therapy and medication management.
My practice, Lavender Psychiatry, is founded and fueled by board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners who create therapeutic journeys that are kind, convenient and transparent so that people can flourish. We have a fantastic team that works together to ensure our clients are well taken care of. This includes our care concierge team who is available 7 days a week between your appointments, to help answer questions and assist with any issues regarding coverage and prescriptions etc. We also have covering providers in case I’m away and an urgent matter arises. I look forward to meeting you and helping you in your journey to a brighter future!
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
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- Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront
More information on payments and coverage
If you use your insurance with us, we can reduce out-of-pocket expenses and still offer high-quality care. You may not have any cost related to your visit with us, depending upon your insurance plan. Most patients pay a small copay per visit, subject to any deductible or coinsurance that your health plan has.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Wilkes University, Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
NPI number
1831584713
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
4.67
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The Nurse Practitioner was professional, attentive, and easy to talk to. I felt heard during the appointment and appreciated the time taken to review my concerns and answer questions clearly. The overall experience was smooth, and communication was respectful and supportive. I would appreciate continued consistency in follow-up and clarity around next steps, but overall I was satisfied with the visit.
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I didn't feel good about first appointment and I obsessively ruminated about it after. However, I was very emotionally dysregulated, felt physically unwell and was extremely uncomfortable discussing my ocd themes with a new provider so I wouldn't put too much stock in my feelings at that time. That day I would have rated one star, but I don't think that's fair considering my mental state at the time.
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How soon can I make an appointment with Frances Estrada?
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Is Frances Estrada accepting new patients?
Frances Estrada generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Frances Estrada's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Frances Estrada accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Frances Estrada online?
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What practice does Frances Estrada work with?
Frances Estrada works with Lavender - New Jersey.
What are common reasons for patients to see Frances Estrada?
Frances Estrada frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Frances Estrada on their profile.
What languages does Frances Estrada speak?
Frances Estrada speaks English.
Zocdoc›Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioners›Frances Estrada, MSN, NP, PMHNP, PMHNP-BC